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VBA046
Image Input - Scanning 2 (Colour
Reproduction)
42 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: VBA034, VBA038
Aims & Objectives
The aim of this module isto provide students with the skills, attitude and knowledge
required to produce colour separated images by electronic scanner, to suit average
printing conditions, proofed and evaluated to the original and reproduction specifications.
Content
Theory of colour reproduction.
Printing requirements for colour.
Separation characteristics.
Tone reproduction.
Grey balance and colour correction.
Scanner types and applications.
Principles of scanner operation.
Sections ofthe scanner.
Scanner resolution, magnification and pixel sampling.
Calibration ofthe scanner.
Copy evaluation and aesthetic consideration; tone, cast highlight and shadow
selection.
VBA047
30 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: VBA036
Aims & Objectives
Advanced Typography (Book
Production)
The aim of this module is to provide students with the skills, attitude and knowledge
necessary to produce complex pagination, which complies with established graphic
industry standards, electronically. On successful completion ofthis module, students
should be able to:
Select type to suit a complex design brief.
Produce complex finished art using electronic imaging equipment.
Evaluate and make the necessary adjustments to complex finished art and
typographic output.
Develop complex imposition schemes suitable for book production.
VBA048
Electronic Image Assembly: Text
and Graphics
82 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: VBA034, VBA037, VBA039, VBA040
Aims & Objectives
The aim ofthis module is to provide students with the skills, attitude and knowledge
necessary to utilise high-end and desktop pagination technology, to pre-plan, create,
manipulate and outputfinal pages, incorporating text and graphic elements. Learning
Outcomes:
Pre-plan page layout elements for scanning, page make-up and the output process,
according to job and production requirements.
Perform post-scanning editorial corrections to images in accordance with job
specifications.
Create and output final pages using the construction and manipulation tools of a
high-end system according to job specifications.
Output desktop publishing files through hardware and software RIPs.
Demonstrate housekeeping/management of files for desktop systems.
Integrate graphics and text between desktop and high-end systems.
VBA049
40 nominal Hours. Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Introduction to Small Business
The aim ofthis module is to introduce the concepts and factors required to start or run a
small business.
Content
Define small business in Australia and the way it is affected by changes in the
economy.
Outline the common characteristics of a small business opportunity.
Specify the knowledge, abilities and personal characteristics required to start a
successful small business.
Select a suitable location and premises for a business, having regard to the
tenancy costs and the constraints ofthe various laws and regulations.
Conduct effective market research.
Use marketing to facilitate business success
Develop a successful promotional plan for the business.
Establish the appropriate business structure and the legal and protective means
required to support and maintain it.
Describe the financial procedures required to start up and maintain a small
business.
Describe how to establish a business plan, set goals and use appropriate time
management strategies.
VBB082
Total Quality Management (TQM)
60 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: It is recommended that the Participative Management
Module be completed prior to, or in conjunction with this module.
Aims & Objectives
This module aims to develop an understanding of the processes otTQM and skills which
can be applied to its facilitation in the enterprise.
VBA292
Individuals Groups and
Organisations
72 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil· Assessment: Continuous
Aims & Objectives
To provide students with the knowledge and skills to understand sociological concepts
and techniques used to explain the relationships between individuals and their social
environment.
VBA293
Issues in Multicultural Australia
72 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil • Assessment: Continuous
Aims & Objectives
Provides a theoretical framework for the analysis of the history of cultural diversity in
Australia, and the development of current policy and practice on multicultural issues.
VBA294 Research Skills 1
36 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
To provide competency-based training in the analysis of types of research data and the
design of a research proposal.
Content
Constructing an approach to research methodologies.
Data gathering (primary and secondary).
'Politics' of research processes.
Ethical issues in research.
Defining a research proposal.
VBA295 Using Information Technology 1
72 nominal Hours· Prerequisite: Nil
Aims & Objectives
Develop computer and online research skills, graphic design software and Web design
skills essential forthe production of interactive media projects.
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